Paramedic
The paramedic program at Utah Valley University is a two semester program for a total of 31 credit hours. Starting Fall 2008, the program will be 34 credit hours and upper level credit as part of the B.S. degree. The first semester is Monday-Friday 0800-1700. The second semester includes all clinical rotation and a capstone portion starting in 2008. Total hours involved are in excess of 1160 hours for both semesters. At the successful completion of the program, the paramedic student can sit for both the Utah State EMS paramedic test and also for the National paramedic test. The program and UVU is Nationally accredited. Prospective students must apply and be accepted to UVU and also must go through the paramedic program pre program selection process which includes a written test, oral interview and practical testing.
PARAMEDIC FAQ's (pdf)Please contact an Academic Advisor for additional information regarding the Paramedic program at 801-863-7700.